"..."

A few people cried out in alarm, the realization dawning on them late. Everyone finally came back to their senses, staring dumbfounded at the Spirit Fruits in their hands. They were as clear as crystal and had obviously been picked very recently.

Perhaps due to their freshness, the Spiritual Energy contained within these Spirit Fruits was even richer than the one the Ancestor had bestowed upon that disciple just moments ago.

The Ancestor fell silent. He had just claimed that these Spirit Fruits were incredibly precious. Immediately after, Wang Xiu had taken out a whole pile, distributing them to everyone as if they were free.

Damn it... Wasn't this a slap in my face?

Of course, that was no longer important!

The Ancestor's tone became urgent. "Who can tell me who this person is?"

"I know! He's the heir of the Sanqing Divination Sect, Wang Xiu," someone quickly replied.

The Ancestor looked up at the sky, stunned. "Sanqing... Wang Xiu? All of you are to continue your cultivation here. Do not move from this spot!"

As soon as his voice faded, the projection dissipated on the spot, vanishing from sight.

...

Wang Xiu quickly left the area, smacking his lips wistfully.

It would have been nice to listen in for a little longer. It's not every day you get to hear a Saint Manifestation expert brag.

But he wasn't worried; he already had an idea. He activated the Supreme Sensing Chapter, expanding his senses to perceive the various residual auras left between heaven and earth. People always produced an aura wherever they went. This aura would constantly dissipate into the vastness of the world, becoming so faint that a normal Cultivator would find it impossible to sense. The Supreme Sensing Chapter, however, could.

Soon, he followed a trail to its source and found the encampment of a powerful faction. Down below, a Saint Manifestation expert was giving a lecture.

"This old one spent a full three thousand years compiling and refining this technique, improving it several times. You need only practice it diligently! I guarantee that even those with the poorest aptitude will not fall behind!"

DING!

[Detected someone bragging nearby. Congratulations, Host, for gaining Mana +1,666!]

"So what if your talent is poor? This old one had poor talent when I was young, but I was willing to work harder than anyone else!"

DING!

[Detected someone bragging nearby. Congratulations, Host, for gaining Mana +1,666!]

"Back then, my martial brothers and sisters were all monstrous geniuses, one after another. But so what? My achievements today are no less than any of theirs..."

DING!

[Detected someone bragging nearby. Congratulations, Host, for gaining Mana +1,666!]

...

To avoid attracting the attention and displeasure of these major figures, Wang Xiu didn't linger in any one place for long. Instead, he would pretend to pass by casually, even occasionally offering some fruit or other small gifts. He was the very picture of politeness; after all, one can never be too courteous.

After collecting his System rewards, he would go and pick some spirit herbs nearby before moving on to a new location. He would find a new place, listen to a new Saint Manifestation expert brag, and harvest the rewards while they boasted.

It was simply too satisfying!

"...'Guard your spirit, guide your qi to the Qu River.' How many times has this old one emphasized these words to you, yet you still can't remember? Is it really that difficult? It's so simple anyone with hands could do it!"

DING!

[Detected someone bragging nearby. Congratulations, Host, for gaining Mana +1,666!]

"..."

"...You are truly the worst batch of disciples this old one has ever had to teach!"

DING!

[Detected someone bragging nearby. Congratulations, Host, for gaining Mana +1,666!]

"..."

...

「Two days later.」

At the Mount Shu Immortal Sect's encampment.

BOOM!

A tremendous aura swept through the hills.

Li Xuanqi stood dressed in white, her demeanor cold and detached. The Sun and Moon Golden Wheels revolved around her, making her appear like a living goddess, sacred and inviolable.

The Mount Shu Saint looked upon her, his face filled with satisfaction. "Excellent, excellent! Truly worthy of being this generation's Saintess of our Mount Shu Immortal Sect. You have the bearing of a goddess!"

In less than five days, Li Xuanqi had not only fully recovered her mobility but could also utilize all her techniques without any hindrance. It was a truly remarkable feat.

Li Xuanqi's expression was calm. "Thank you for your guidance, Senior!"

The Mount Shu Saint chuckled, stroking his beard and shaking his head. "It is your own merit. This old one merely gave a little push! Now, you may enter the Ancient Forest... If all goes as expected, you should be the fastest among this generation of young disciples! This forest is overflowing with spirit herbs and fortuitous encounters. They are all yours for the taking. Take as many as you can find; do not be polite!"

Li Xuanqi smiled slightly. "This disciple understands!"

With that, she departed under the envious and respectful gazes of the other Mount Shu disciples, disappearing into the boundless Ancient Forest.

...

「Meanwhile, at the Shan Hai Cave Heaven encampment.」

A similar scene was unfolding.

"Excellent, excellent! With such an outstanding Saint Heir, our Shan Hai Cave Heaven is assured a thousand years of peace!"

"Senior, you flatter me!"

"Hahaha, this old one just received word that the Saintess from Mount Shu entered the Ancient Forest just a step ahead of you. If you set out now... you won't be far behind! Remember, within the Ancient Forest, as long as you do not take a life, any and all methods are permissible! Seizing the most resources is your absolute priority!"

"This disciple will remember."

...

「At the Qingtian Immortal Gate encampment.」

A towering figure, nearly ten feet tall, stood like a war god wreathed in lightning. A brilliant light flickered within his pupils, seeming to shatter the void with a single glance! A potent force of vital energy and blood radiated from his every pore, forming into the shapes of Dragons.

He looked down at a six- or seven-year-old child. "Those little whelps from Shan Hai Cave Heaven and the Mount Shu Immortal Sect have already set out."

The child sneered. "So what if they get a head start?"

As he finished speaking, he waved his hand, shattering a nearby tree. With a flick of his wrist, the broken trunk shot through the air like a Flying Sword. Stomping a foot fiercely, he launched himself into the air, landing atop the flying trunk. His expression was indifferent as he rode the massive piece of wood, soaring into the distance.

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